Monday, October 31, 2016

FA talks over poppies on England shirts

FA talks over poppies on England shirts
The FA is in talks with Fifa over whether players can wear poppies on their shirts for England's World Cup qualifier against Scotland.
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Manchester City v Barcelona

Manchester City v Barcelona
Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Manchester City and Barcelona.
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Ludogorets Razgrad v Arsenal

Ludogorets Razgrad v Arsenal
Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Ludogorets Razgrad and Arsenal.
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Borussia Monchengladbach v Celtic

Borussia Monchengladbach v Celtic
Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Borussia Monchengladbach and Celtic.
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Almandin wins Melbourne Cup race

Almandin wins Melbourne Cup race
Almandin, ridden by Kerrin McEvoy, beats favourite Hartnell to win the Melbourne Cup, the "race that stops the nation".
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Ulster rugby players interviewed by police

Ulster rugby players interviewed by police
The BBC learns that two Ulster rugby players, Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding, were two of three men arrested by the PSNI in relation to a number of alleged sexual offences reported to have taken place at a property in south Belfast on 28 June.
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Watch Match of the Day 2 on iPlayer

Watch Match of the Day 2 on iPlayer
Watch highlights of Sunday's two Premier League matches, plus all the goals from Saturday.
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From golden girls to Dutch rivals

From golden girls to Dutch rivals
Olympic gold medal-winning team-mates Maddie Hinch and Sophie Bray on life after Rio and why they have moved to the Netherlands.
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Horner expects Vettel rant punishment

Horner expects Vettel rant punishment
Red Bull's Christian Horner says he would be "surprised" if Sebastian Vettel escaped punishment for an expletive-filled outburst.
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I feel important at Man Utd - Mata

I feel important at Man Utd - Mata
Juan Mata says he "feels important" at Manchester United months after reports suggested his career at the club was over.
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Stoke City 3-1 Swansea City

Stoke City 3-1 Swansea City
Stoke striker Wilfried Bony scores his first goals for Stoke with two in a win against former club Swansea.
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London Stadium 'not right for football'

London Stadium 'not right for football'
West Ham's London Stadium should be knocked down and rebuilt to suit football fans, says stadium expert Paul Fletcher.
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England recruit NRL coach Ryles

England recruit NRL coach Ryles
England recruit Melbourne Storm rugby league coach Jason Ryles on a short-term basis in preparation for the autumn Tests.
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Yarnold may boycott skeleton Worlds

Yarnold may boycott skeleton Worlds
Olympic champion Lizzy Yarnold says she could boycott the 2017 World Championships in Sochi after claims of state-sponsored doping in Russia.
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Barcelona v British clubs quiz

Barcelona v British clubs quiz
Can you get full marks as we test your knowledge of previous encounters between Barcelona and British clubs?
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Jockeys injured in Kempton pile-up

Jockeys injured in Kempton pile-up
Champion jockey Jim Crowley and fellow rider Freddie Tylicki are taken to hospital after four horses fall in a race at Kempton.
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Funding warning for UK governing bodies

Funding warning for UK governing bodies
Sports are warned that they must bring in more women in senior governing positions or face losing public funding.
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Fans can vote for world player award

Fans can vote for world player award
Fans can vote for Fifa's world player of the year, after the world governing body ended its association with the Ballon d'Or earlier this year.
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Schweinsteiger rejoins Man Utd training

Schweinsteiger rejoins Man Utd training
World Cup winner Bastian Schweinsteiger returns to training with Manchester United's first team.
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Bad Real season made Bale 'grow up'

Bad Real season made Bale 'grow up'
Gareth Bale admits to having had a "difficult journey" at Real Madrid after signing a new six-year contract at the Spanish club.
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Pirelli confident over new 2017 tyres

Pirelli confident over new 2017 tyres
Formula 1 tyre supplier Pirelli is hopeful it is on course to deliver the more raceable tyres demanded for 2017.
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Honour to be level with Prost - Hamilton

Honour to be level with Prost - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says he "can't believe" he has moved level with legend Alain Prost in second on the all-time Formula 1 winners' list.
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Hartnell heads Melbourne Cup contenders

Hartnell heads Melbourne Cup contenders
Hartnell leads a maximum line-up of 24 runners for the "race that stops a nation" at Flemington Racecourse in Australia on Tuesday.
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Fearon chasing bobsleigh & sprint titles

Fearon chasing bobsleigh & sprint titles
Sochi Winter Olympian Joel Fearon targets a World Championship double in 2017 by winning medals in both bobsleigh and athletics.
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Low extends contract as Germany boss

Low extends contract as Germany boss
Germany manager Joachim Low signs a new deal to keep him with the world champions until the end of Euro 2020.
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Van Gerwen wins third European title

Van Gerwen wins third European title
Michael van Gerwen wins his third straight European Championship with an 11-1 demolition of Austrian Mensur Suljovic.
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Too little, too late for Hamilton?

Too little, too late for Hamilton?
Drama seems to follow Lewis Hamilton around, and there will a lot more to come - and possibly from Sebastian Vettel too.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Premier League reaction, Champions League news conferences, latest sports news, gossip, debate, plus the best of social media.
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Cubs keep World Series hopes alive

Cubs keep World Series hopes alive
Chicago Cubs beat Cleveland Indians 3-2 at Wrigley Field to trail the best-of-seven World Series 3-2.
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Sunday, October 30, 2016

Djokovic ready for Murray challenge

Djokovic ready for Murray challenge
Novak Djokovic will fight to keep the number one ranking as Andy Murray heads to the Paris Masters in sight of top spot.
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Watch Match of the Day on iPlayer

Watch Match of the Day on iPlayer
Watch highlights of Saturday's Premier League games, including Tottenham v Leicester City and West Brom v Manchester City.
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42 attempts and no goals: Zlatan's shooting struggles

42 attempts and no goals: Zlatan's shooting struggles
Zlatan Ibrahimovic's barren run, how one team have found their nemesis and the best of the weekend's Premier League stats.
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Precise, pragmatic & different coloured pens - Gullit on Koeman

Precise, pragmatic & different coloured pens - Gullit on Koeman
Ronald Koeman's successful start as Everton manager is no surprise, says Match of the Day 2 pundit Ruud Gullit.
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Garth Crooks' team of the week

Garth Crooks' team of the week
Who went from 0-60 in four seconds? Who is like chess grandmaster Boris Spassky? Find out in team of the week - then have your say.
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Matthew into quarter-finals at Worlds

Matthew into quarter-finals at Worlds
England's Nick Matthew beats German Simon Rosner to reach the quarter-finals at the World Squash Championship in Egypt.
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Wiggins edged out in final British race

Wiggins edged out in final British race
Sir Bradley Wiggins' final race on British soil ends in disappointment as he and Mark Cavendish are edged out in the Six Day London event.
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Hamilton wins to keep title chase alive

Hamilton wins to keep title chase alive
Lewis Hamilton kept his title hopes alive with a comfortable victory from team-mate Nico Rosberg in a largely soporific Mexican Grand Prix.
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Chelsea Ladies 3-2 Reading Women

Chelsea Ladies 3-2 Reading Women
Eniola Aluko scores twice as Chelsea beat Reading and secure a spot in the Women's Champions League as WSL 1 runners-up.
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Davies wins with champion Rea third

Davies wins with champion Rea third
Chaz Davies wins a sixth successive World Superbikes race as champion Jonathan Rea ends the 2016 season by finishing third in Qatar.
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Listen: San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos

Listen: San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos
Follow Radio 5 live sports extra coverage from across week eight of the NFL including commentary of San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos.
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Redskins tie with Bengals at Wembley

Redskins tie with Bengals at Wembley
Washington Redskins draw 27-27 with the Cincinnati Bengals after overtime at Wembley in front of a crowd of 84,488.
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Mexican Grand Prix

Mexican Grand Prix
Live text and 5 live coverage of the Mexican Grand Prix, where Lewis Hamilton attempts to keep his title hopes alive.
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Southampton 0-2 Chelsea

Southampton 0-2 Chelsea
Chelsea keep pace with the leading pack in the Premier League as they move into fourth place with an impressive win at Southampton.
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Inexperience cost England - Cook

Inexperience cost England - Cook
England captain Alastair Cook blames inexperience for England's batting collapse in their 108-run defeat by Bangladesh.
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'It will only get tougher for England'

'It will only get tougher for England'
Stunned by Bangladesh, England can expect an even sterner challenge when they face the world's best side India, says Jonathan Agnew.
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Exeter 10-13 Bath

Exeter 10-13 Bath
Semesa Rokoduguni's stoppage-time try snatches a Premiership win for Bath in a low-scoring encounter at Exeter.
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Dolphins v Saints in London in 2017

Dolphins v Saints in London in 2017
The Miami Dolphins will play the New Orleans Saints in London as part of the NFL's International Series in 2017.
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Yeovil Town Ladies promoted to WSL 1

Yeovil Town Ladies promoted to WSL 1
Yeovil Town Ladies are promoted to Women's Super League One following a 2-0 win at London Bees.
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England’s Thomas wins historic karate gold

England’s Thomas wins historic karate gold
Jordan Thomas becomes Britain's first world karate champion for 12 years with victory in Linz, Austria.
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Manchester City Women 1-1 Birmingham City Ladies

Manchester City Women 1-1 Birmingham City Ladies
Women's Super League champions Manchester City draw their final game with Birmingham to end the league season unbeaten.
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Saudis 'foil plot to bomb football game'

Saudis 'foil plot to bomb football game'
Saudi Arabia says it has thwarted a plan to bomb a World Cup 2018 qualifying match in the city of Jeddah.
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Everton 2-0 West Ham United

Everton 2-0 West Ham United
Everton end a run of five matches without a win with a scrappy victory against a West Ham side who remain close to the relegation zone.
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Tragic boxer's family files NHS complaint

Tragic boxer's family files NHS complaint
The family of boxer Mike Towell makes an official complaint about medical treatment he received for headaches before his death.
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Murray beats Tsonga to win Vienna title

Murray beats Tsonga to win Vienna title
Britain's Andy Murray edges one step closer to becoming world number one as he wins the Erste Bank Open in Vienna.
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Birmingham City 1-1 Aston Villa

Birmingham City 1-1 Aston Villa
David Davis scores a second-half equaliser as Birmingham City deny Steve Bruce's Aston Villa a derby win at St Andrew's.
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Sunday's Premiership rugby

Sunday's Premiership rugby
Follow live text and BBC local radio commentary from all three of Sunday's Premiership rugby matches.
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Watch: Washington Redskins at Cincinnati Bengals

Watch: Washington Redskins at Cincinnati Bengals
Watch live BBC Red Button NFL coverage as the Cincinnati Bengals face Washington Redskins at Wembley Stadium.
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Cibulkova triumphs in WTA finals

Cibulkova triumphs in WTA finals
Debutante Dominika Cibulkova beats Angelique Kerber in straight sets to win the decider of the WTA Finals in Singapore.
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Selby wins International Championship

Selby wins International Championship
World number one Mark Selby wins the International Championship in China, thrashing home favourite Ding Junhui 10-1 in the final.
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Bale extends Madrid contract to 2022

Bale extends Madrid contract to 2022
Real Madrid and Wales forward Gareth Bale extends his contract with the Spanish club until 2022.
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Sunday's Premier League football

Sunday's Premier League football
Build-up to two Premier League matches, plus MOTD 2 Extra debate and analysis.
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Birmingham City v Aston Villa

Birmingham City v Aston Villa
BBC Radio 5 live and text coverage as Birmingham host local rivals Aston Villa - now managed by ex-Blues boss Steve Bruce.
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Bangladesh win after England collapse

Bangladesh win after England collapse
England collapse after tea on day three of the second Test as they lost to Bangladesh for the first time in a Test match.
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Kyrgios agrees to 'care plan' to cut ban

Kyrgios agrees to 'care plan' to cut ban
World number 13 Nick Kyrgios could have his eight-week tournament ban cut to three after agreeing to an ATP "care plan".
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Matsuyama becomes first Asian WGC winner

Matsuyama becomes first Asian WGC winner
Japan's Hideki Matsuyama finishes seven shots clear of the field in Shanghai to become the first Asian winner of the World Golf Championship.
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Dovizioso wins Malaysian MotoGP

Dovizioso wins Malaysian MotoGP
Ducati's Andrea Dovizioso becomes the ninth different race winner in MotoGP this season with victory in Malaysia
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Celtic 'want to win league in style'

Celtic 'want to win league in style'
Brendan Rodgers says Celtic are hungry to win the Premiership in the 'best way possible' after moving nine points clear.
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Pardew questions referee appointment

Pardew questions referee appointment
Andre Marriner should not have refereed Crystal Palace's defeat by Liverpool given his history in the fixture, says Eagles boss Alan Pardew.
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Cleveland edge closer to World Series

Cleveland edge closer to World Series
The Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago Cubs to move to within one victory of their first World Series title since 1948.
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Saturday, October 29, 2016

Bangladesh v England - text and radio

Bangladesh v England - text and radio
Test Match Special commentary, text updates, analysis and debate as England finally make the breakthrough on day three of the second Test.
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Sutton 'innocent' of sexism allegation

Sutton 'innocent' of sexism allegation
Former British Cycling technical director Shane Sutton used sexist language towards rider Jess Varnish, an investigation finds.
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Mourinho sent to stands against Burnley

Mourinho sent to stands against Burnley
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is sent to the stands at half-time as his side took on Burnley at Old Trafford.
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Broadcaster Dave Lanning dies at 78

Broadcaster Dave Lanning dies at 78
Darts and speedway commentator Dave Lanning, who called the first televised nine-dart finish, has died aged 78.
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Guardiola doubted players not principles

Guardiola doubted players not principles
Pep Guardiola admits he had doubts over his Manchester City side but not his principles after ending a six-match winless run.
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Juventus 2-1 Napoli

Juventus 2-1 Napoli
Gonzalo Higuain scores the winner against his former club as Juventus extend their Serie A lead by beating third-placed Napoli.
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England must 'learn' how to win - Bennett

England must 'learn' how to win - Bennett
England coach Wayne Bennett says the difference between the teams was "a little bit of smarts" following New Zealand's 17-16 Four Nations win.
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Hamilton beats Rosberg to Mexico pole

Hamilton beats Rosberg to Mexico pole
Lewis Hamilton takes pole position at the Mexican Grand Prix as title rival Nico Rosberg leaves it late to join him on the front row.
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Bristol City win promotion back to WSL 1

Bristol City win promotion back to WSL 1
Caitlin Leach saves a stoppage-time penalty as Bristol City Women win at Everton Ladies to clinch promotion back to WSL 1.
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Crystal Palace 2-4 Liverpool

Crystal Palace 2-4 Liverpool
Liverpool move level on points with Premier League leaders Manchester City courtesy of a thrilling victory at Crystal Palace.
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Barcelona v Granada, plus Juventus v Napoli

Barcelona v Granada, plus Juventus v Napoli
Follow live text coverage from La Liga as Barcelona host Granada, with regular updates from Juventus v Napoli.
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Big Orange can end GB's near-miss woes

Big Orange can end GB's near-miss woes
Vibes are good for the Michael Bell-trained Big Orange to end Britain's run of near-misses in the Melbourne Cup.
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Rea retains World Superbikes title

Rea retains World Superbikes title
Jonathan Rea becomes the first rider since Carl Fogarty in 1999 to win successive World Superbike titles after finishing second in Qatar.
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World Cup qualifier: Italy 14-20 Wales

World Cup qualifier: Italy 14-20 Wales
Wales qualify for the 2017 Rugby League World Cup in Australia with a victory over Italy in Monza.
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Alaves 1-4 Real Madrid

Alaves 1-4 Real Madrid
Cristiano Ronaldo scores a hat-trick and misses a penalty as Real Madrid beat Alaves and increase their lead at the top of La Liga.
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Saracens 24-10 Leicester

Saracens 24-10 Leicester
Saracens extend their lead at the top of the Premiership table thanks to a comfortable home win over Leicester Tigers.
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Crystal Palace v Liverpool

Crystal Palace v Liverpool
Follow Radio 5 live, BBC local radio and text commentary as Crystal Palace face Liverpool at Selhurst Park.
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Verstappen fastest in final practice

Verstappen fastest in final practice
Red Bull's Max Verstappen is fastest ahead of Lewis Hamilton as Mercedes have a messy final practice at the Mexican Grand Prix.
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West Bromwich Albion 0-4 Manchester City

West Bromwich Albion 0-4 Manchester City
Manchester City return to the top of the Premier League as an emphatic victory at West Brom ends their six-match winless run.
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Man Utd 0-0 Burnley

Man Utd 0-0 Burnley
Manchester United fail to break down Burnley and lose more ground on the pacesetters at the top of the Premier League.
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England lose to Kiwis by single point

England lose to Kiwis by single point
England slip to a one-point defeat against defending champions New Zealand in their Four Nations opener in Huddersfield.
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Cue Card loses out at Wetherby

Cue Card loses out at Wetherby
Top steeplechaser Cue Card finishes third on his seasonal reappearance in the Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby.
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Mexican GP practice text & audio

Mexican GP practice text & audio
Live text and audio coverage of final practice for the Mexican Grand Prix.
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Murray in Vienna final after walkover

Murray in Vienna final after walkover
British number one Andy Murray is through to the Erste Bank Open final in Vienna after David Ferrer pulls out with a leg injury.
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Manchester United v Burnley

Manchester United v Burnley
Follow live text commentary as Manchester United face Burnley at Old Trafford in the Premier League.
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Tottenham v Leicester

Tottenham v Leicester
Follow BBC local radio and live text coverage, images and social media as Tottenham Hotspur face Leicester City in the Premier League.
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Saturday’s EFL action - live text & debate

Saturday’s EFL action - live text & debate
Follow live text commentary for updates from Saturday's Championship, League One and League Two games.
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Mercedes team member robbed at gunpoint

Mercedes team member robbed at gunpoint
A member of the world championship-winning Mercedes team is robbed at gunpoint ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix.
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Sunderland 1-4 Arsenal

Sunderland 1-4 Arsenal
Arsenal increase the pressure on Sunderland manager David Moyes as they ease to victory against the Black Cats at the Stadium of Light.
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Aberdeen 0-1 Celtic

Aberdeen 0-1 Celtic
Tom Rogic's first-half goal takes leaders Celtic 10 points clear of Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership.
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Premier League team news & build-up

Premier League team news & build-up
All the team news and build-up to Saturday's five Premier League 15:00 BST kick-offs, plus updates from the lower leagues.
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England v New Zealand - TV, radio & text

England v New Zealand - TV, radio & text
BBC TV coverage, radio commentary, video highlights, photos and social media as England host New Zealand in their opening game of the Four Nations.
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West Ham issue five-point security plan

West Ham issue five-point security plan
West Ham reveal a five-point security plan at the London Stadium after violence marred Wednesday's derby with Chelsea.
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Cibulkova into Singapore final on debut

Cibulkova into Singapore final on debut
Dominika Cibulkova reaches the final on her debut at the WTA Finals after beating Svetlana Kuznetsova in three sets.
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England face battle against Bangladesh

England face battle against Bangladesh
England face a battle to prevent Bangladesh earning their most famous Test victory after an absorbing second day in Dhaka.
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Aberdeen v Celtic

Aberdeen v Celtic
Radio and text commentary as unbeaten Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic visit second-placed Aberdeen in the noon kick-off.
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Injured Lawes a doubt for England

Injured Lawes a doubt for England
England forward Courtney Lawes is a doubt for the autumn internationals after missing Northampton win over Gloucester with a knee injury.
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Matsuyama leads from Knox in Shanghai

Matsuyama leads from Knox in Shanghai
Defending champion Russell Knox remains three shots behind leader Hideki Matsuyama after three rounds at the WGC Champions in Shanghai.
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Saturday's Premier League build-up

Saturday's Premier League build-up
Follow all the build-up, fixtures, previews and 5 live analysis for today's Premier League football, plus your best stories about stadium stewards.
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Indians edge ahead in World Series

Indians edge ahead in World Series
Coco Crisp scores in the seventh inning as the Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago Cubs to go 2-1 up in the World Series.
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Friday, October 28, 2016

Bangladesh v England

Bangladesh v England
Follow Test Match Special commentary, text updates, analysis and stats from the second Test as England continue their first innings in Dhaka.
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The eight C's of the Premier League so far

The eight C's of the Premier League so far
With almost a quarter of the Premier League season gone, much of what we have seen has refused to make much sense, says Tom Fordyce.
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Rooney is going nowhere - Mourinho

Rooney is going nowhere - Mourinho
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney "is going nowhere", says manager Jose Mourinho, who has dismissed reports about the player's future at Old Trafford.
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Scotland beaten on Four Nations debut

Scotland beaten on Four Nations debut
Scotland slip to a 54-12 defeat against Australia on their Four Nations debut at Hull KR's Lightstream Stadium.
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Queens Park Rangers 0-2 Brentford

Queens Park Rangers 0-2 Brentford
Romaine Sawyers scores his first goal for Brentford as they beat Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road for the first time in 52 years.
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Vettel top as Ferrari threaten Mercedes

Vettel top as Ferrari threaten Mercedes
Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel was a surprise pace-setter in second practice at the Mexican Grand Prix.
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Northampton 23-20 Gloucester

Northampton 23-20 Gloucester
Northampton hold off a spirited Gloucester fightback to battle their way to a Premiership win at Franklin's Gardens.
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Cardiff Blues 15-26 Scarlets

Cardiff Blues 15-26 Scarlets
Scarlets claim a bonus point as they beat Cardiff Blues in the Welsh Pro 12 derby at the Arms Park.
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Ulster 14-15 Munster

Ulster 14-15 Munster
A late drop goal from Rory Scannell gives Munster a third successive win at Kingspan Stadium and knocks Ulster off the top of the Pro12 table.
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Edinburgh 14-19 Zebre

Edinburgh 14-19 Zebre
Zebre stunn Edinburgh to record a first-ever win on Scottish soil and a first victory of the Pro12 season.
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Glasgow Warriors 31-7 Benetton Treviso

Glasgow Warriors 31-7 Benetton Treviso
Rory Hughes scores two tries as Glasgow Warriors secure a bonus-point win over Benetton Treviso in the Pro12.
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Murray thrashes Isner to reach semis

Murray thrashes Isner to reach semis
Andy Murray loses just four games as he beats John Isner to reach the semi-finals of the Erste Bank Open in Vienna.
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Jockey Colliver released from prison

Jockey Colliver released from prison
Jockey Joe Colliver says he wants to resume his riding career after his early release from prison.
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Pro12: Glasgow Warriors v Treviso

Pro12: Glasgow Warriors v Treviso
Follow live coverage on BBC ALBA, in English or Gaelic, of the Pro12 game between Glasgow and Treviso at Scotstoun.
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QPR v Brentford

QPR v Brentford
Follow live text coverage from the Championship as Queens Park Rangers host Brentford at Loftus Road.
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Ulster v Munster

Ulster v Munster
Live BBC Two Northern Ireland coverage from Kingspan Stadium as Ulster take on Munster in round seven of the Pro12.
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McColgan wants standardised drug tests

McColgan wants standardised drug tests
Eilish McColgan says there needs to be standardised testing in all countries to catch out drugs cheats in athletics.
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Hamilton beats Rosberg in Mexico practice

Hamilton beats Rosberg in Mexico practice
Lewis Hamilton beats title rival and championship leader Nico Rosberg in first practice at the Mexican Grand Prix.
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Sutton sexism allegations upheld

Sutton sexism allegations upheld
Ex-British Cycling technical director Shane Sutton used sexist language towards rider Jess Varnish, an investigation by the governing body has found.
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Ding beats Trump to reach final in China

Ding beats Trump to reach final in China
Ding Junhui beats Judd Trump to reach the final of the International Championship, where he will play Mark Selby or Stuart Bingham.
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Koeman 'very pleased' by Rooney link

Koeman 'very pleased' by Rooney link
Everton boss Ronald Koeman would be "pleased" to bring Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney back to the club.
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'Talismanic Stokes indispensible'

'Talismanic Stokes indispensible'
Ben Stokes' contributions with bat, ball and in the field are marking him out as England's talisman, says Jonathan Agnew.
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Radwanska to meet Kerber in WTA semis

Radwanska to meet Kerber in WTA semis
Agnieszka Radwanska will play world number one Angelique Kerber in the WTA Finals last four after beating Karolina Pliskova 7-5 6-3.
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Allardyce & Pearson in frame for Wolves

Allardyce & Pearson in frame for Wolves
Ex-England manager Sam Allardyce, Nigel Pearson and Paul Lambert are all being considered by Wolves for the manager's job.
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Hull's Diomande banned for three games

Hull's Diomande banned for three games
Hull striker Adama Diomande is banned for three games after admitting violent conduct charge in Bristol City tie.
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Wales quartet sign new dual contracts

Wales quartet sign new dual contracts
Wales internationals Sam Warburton, Dan Lydiate, Samson Lee and Hallam Amos sign extensions to their national dual contracts.
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England fight back after Tamim century

England fight back after Tamim century
England trail by 170 runs at 50-3 after the first day of the second Test, having taken the final nine Bangladesh wickets for 49.
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No hooligan problem in England - Wenger

No hooligan problem in England - Wenger
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says there is no "hooligan problem" in English football and calls for the return of safe standing.
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The 10.16.16 Issue

The 10.16.16 Issue
Readers respond.
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For Rent (as Long as You’re Slavic)

For Rent (as Long as You’re Slavic)
In Moscow, housing discrimination has become a fact of life.
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Life

Life
Selected by Matthew Zapruder.
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Spirited Away

Spirited Away
A cocktail can help tap into our more indecorous desires.
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Judge John Hodgman on a Married Couple’s Bigger Bed

Judge John Hodgman on a Married Couple’s Bigger Bed
Sometimes distance in a marriage can be a good thing. Especially when your husband seems to be impersonating the Tasmanian devil in his sleep.
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How to Ride a Unicycle

How to Ride a Unicycle
Don’t stop pedaling. Use your arms to turn.
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McIlroy six off Shanghai lead after 66

McIlroy six off Shanghai lead after 66
Rory McIlroy posts a six-under-par 66 in the second round of the WGC-HSBC Champions but is six shots behind leader Hideki Matsuyama.
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England pair join Perth for Big Bash

England pair join Perth for Big Bash
England seamers Anya Shrubsole and Katherine Brunt join Perth Scorchers for the Women's Big Bash League in Australia.
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Bieber, prayers & Ballon d'or - sport quiz of the week

Bieber, prayers & Ballon d'or - sport quiz of the week
What sport has Justin Bieber been playing? Which prayer will get you a touchdown? Test yourself with BBC Sport and A Question of Sport's weekly quiz.
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Pulis extends contract at West Brom

Pulis extends contract at West Brom
Manager Tony Pulis signs a one-year contract extension at West Brom, to extend his stay at The Hawthorns to 2018.
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British Cycling to face MPs over TUEs

British Cycling to face MPs over TUEs
British Cycling officials will face MPs to explain the use of therapeutic use exemptions, including those of Sir Bradley Wiggins.
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Brown likely to end Scotland retirement

Brown likely to end Scotland retirement
Celtic captain Scott Brown is likely to reverse his decision to quit international football in time to play against England.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Premier League previews and news conferences, breaking sports news and gossip, debate and the best of social media.
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Analysis: Why Sunderland need to stop feeling sorry for themselves

Analysis: Why Sunderland need to stop feeling sorry for themselves
The negativity of Black Cats manager David Moyes and his players is not helping their awful Premier League form, says MOTD pundit Chris Sutton.
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Thursday, October 27, 2016

Baber replaces Ryan as Fiji sevens coach

Baber replaces Ryan as Fiji sevens coach
Welshman Gareth Baber will replace Ben Ryan as the coach of reigning Olympic and world sevens champions Fiji.
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'I pulled my armour forward to see a hole in my chest'

'I pulled my armour forward to see a hole in my chest'
Meet the ex-Royal Marine who was shot by a Taliban sniper and is now one of the officials for rugby league's biggest tournament of 2016.
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Bangladesh v England

Bangladesh v England
Live text and Test Match Special commentary as Bangladesh bat first against England in the second Test in Dhaka, with Zafar Ansari making his debut.
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The Profound Empathy of Yoko Tawada

The Profound Empathy of Yoko Tawada
Through the stories of polar bears, dogs and other animals, the novelist makes us see “the other” — including ourselves.
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Taylor could make 'seven-figure' fights

Taylor could make 'seven-figure' fights
Promoter Kalle Sauerland says Ireland's Katie Taylor could earn "seven-figure" purses after turning professional.
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Murray fights back to beat Simon

Murray fights back to beat Simon
Britain's Andy Murray wins a gruelling encounter against France's Gilles Simon to reach the quarter-finals in Vienna.
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Wada notes 'serious failings' at Rio 2016

Wada notes 'serious failings' at Rio 2016
A Wada report on the anti-doping methods employed at Rio 2016 highlights "serious failings" at this summer's Olympic Games.
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'Shut West Ham ground if violence repeats'

'Shut West Ham ground if violence repeats'
West Ham should be forced to play behind closed doors if the violence of Wednesday's derby with Chelsea is repeated, an MP has said.
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Rosberg-Hamilton atmosphere 'intense'

Rosberg-Hamilton atmosphere 'intense'
Nico Rosberg says the atmosphere between him and Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton is "intense" as the title battle comes to a climax.
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England have 'great opportunity' - Davies

England have 'great opportunity' - Davies
England have a "great opportunity" to prove themselves at the Four Nations says former Great Britain legend Jonathan Davies.
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Hamilton & Rosberg's deadly decider

Hamilton & Rosberg's deadly decider
Nico Rosberg can clinch the F1 title in Mexico this weekend, but Lewis Hamilton is unlikely to go down without a fight.
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Moyes charged with misconduct by FA

Moyes charged with misconduct by FA
Sunderland manager David Moyes is charged with misconduct after being sent off at Southampton on Wednesday.
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Flanagan to fight Cruz in WBO defence

Flanagan to fight Cruz in WBO defence
Terry Flanagan will defend his WBO lightweight title against Orlando Cruz, who hopes to become the first openly gay world champion.
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Lawro's predictions v Sam Burgess

Lawro's predictions v Sam Burgess
BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on England rugby league captain Sam Burgess in this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
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'Homophobic flyers' at West Ham investigated

'Homophobic flyers' at West Ham investigated
Football authorities and the police are investigating allegations that homophobic flyers were distributed at West Ham v Chelsea.
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Captain Burgess set for England return

Captain Burgess set for England return
Sam Burgess is set to make his first appearance for England since a return from rugby union against New Zealand on Saturday.
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Cancer was never on my radar - Laws

Cancer was never on my radar - Laws
Former British champion cyclist Sharon Laws hopes to raise awareness of cervical cancer and encourage women to go for smear tests.
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Scotland gets ready for #ActiveGirlsDay

Scotland gets ready for #ActiveGirlsDay
Get involved with a new activity and help Sport Scotland inspire young girls with Active Girls Day this Friday.
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Kerber and Cibulkova reach WTA semis

Kerber and Cibulkova reach WTA semis
Angelique Kerber and Dominika Cibulkova secure semi-final places as both win their final group matches at the WTA Finals.
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Strong WGC start for Knox in Shanghai

Strong WGC start for Knox in Shanghai
Scotland's Russell Knox opens with a 66 for a share of third place as he defends the WGC-HSBC Champions title in Shanghai.
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Halfpenny to decide future 'in month or so'

Halfpenny to decide future 'in month or so'
Lions full-back Leigh Halfpenny will decide to stay with French club Toulon or return to Wales "in the next month or so".
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Ding too strong for Higgins in China

Ding too strong for Higgins in China
Defending champion John Higgins is out of the International Championship in China after losing his quarter-final with Ding Junhui.
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School rules Ecclestone out of tour

School rules Ecclestone out of tour
Teenage spinner Sophie Ecclestone will miss England's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka because of her school commitments.
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Kazakh weightlifters stripped of golds

Kazakh weightlifters stripped of golds
Three weightlifters from Kazakhstan are stripped of Olympic gold medals won at London 2012 after new tests found them guilty of doping.
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How a Run-Walk Strategy Might Help Your Marathon

How a Run-Walk Strategy Might Help Your Marathon
Marathon participants who walked part of their course were fresher and had faster average miles than those who ran all the way.
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Taylor to make pro debut in November

Taylor to make pro debut in November
Ireland's London 2012 Olympic gold medallist Katie Taylor turns professional and will make her debut in London on 26 November.
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England choose Ansari and Finn in Dhaka

England choose Ansari and Finn in Dhaka
England spinner Zafar Ansari will make his Test debut against Bangladesh in Dhaka on Friday, with Steven Finn replacing Stuart Broad.
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Adam Curtis and the Secret History of Everything

Adam Curtis and the Secret History of Everything
In the British filmmaker’s epic documentaries, the world as we know it is pulled back to reveal a complex web of history, technology and power.
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Why Pop Culture Just Can’t Deal With Black Male Sexuality

Why Pop Culture Just Can’t Deal With Black Male Sexuality
On America’s deep and persistent fear of the black penis.
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A Twist on Grandmother’s Singaporean Braised Duck

A Twist on Grandmother’s Singaporean Braised Duck
A mix of memory and cultures in the tastes of an island nation.
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Mourinho charged over referee comments

Mourinho charged over referee comments
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is charged for claiming it would be "difficult" for Anthony Taylor to officiate the match with Liverpool.
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England to host World Cup in 2021

England to host World Cup in 2021
England will host the 2021 World Cup after being selected ahead of a rival joint bid from the United States and Canada.
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Kompany replaced because he was 'tired'

Kompany replaced because he was 'tired'
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany asked to be substituted in the EFL Cup defeat by Manchester United because he was "tired", says boss Pep Guardiola.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
EFL Cup reaction, Premier League previews and news conferences, breaking sports news, the best of social media and debate.
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Chicago Cubs level World Series at 1-1

Chicago Cubs level World Series at 1-1
Pitcher Jake Arrieta stars as the Chicago Cubs beat the Cleveland Indians to level the best-of-seven World Series at 1-1.
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Six uncapped players in Ireland squad

Six uncapped players in Ireland squad
Six uncapped players are named in a 34-man Ireland squad for the Test against New Zealand in Chicago on 5 November.
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What awaits in the Four Nations?

What awaits in the Four Nations?
BBC Sport's guide to the Four Nations, including players to watch and pundit predictions for England, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand.
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How mum's tea led to EFL player award

How mum's tea led to EFL player award
How a dinner with a difference has led to Tammy Abraham being named the EFL Young Player of the Month for September.
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Fans' behaviour unacceptable - Bilic

Fans' behaviour unacceptable - Bilic
West Ham say they will issue life bans to any supporters involved in the crowd disturbances during their EFL Cup win over Chelsea.
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Inter Milan 2-1 Torino

Inter Milan 2-1 Torino
England goalkeeper Joe Hart makes a costly mistake as Torino were beaten by out-of-form Inter Milan in Serie A.
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Cultural Leonesa 1-7 Real Madrid

Cultural Leonesa 1-7 Real Madrid
Real Madrid thrash third-tier Cultural Leonesa in the first leg of their third-round Copa del Rey tie.
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West Ham United 2-1 Chelsea

West Ham United 2-1 Chelsea
West Ham reach the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup as they confidently beat Chelsea on an atmospheric night at London Stadium.
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Ross County 0-4 Celtic

Ross County 0-4 Celtic
Celtic stretch their lead at the top of the Premiership to seven points after victory at Ross County.
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Pescara game halted after earthquake

Pescara game halted after earthquake
Pescara's Serie A match against Atalanta is suspended for two minutes as tremors are felt following an earthquake.
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Audi to pull out of Le Mans series

Audi to pull out of Le Mans series
Audi pull out of the World Endurance Championship, which includes the iconic Le Mans 24-Hours race, to concentrate on Formula E.
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Wrestler stripped of second medal

Wrestler stripped of second medal
The IOC disqualifies nine athletes, including six medallists, for failing drugs tests at the Beijing 2008 Games.
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Murray through to round two in Vienna

Murray through to round two in Vienna
Andy Murray moves into the Erste Bank Open second round with a hard-fought victory over Martin Klizan of Slovakia.
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Barker open to West Indies approach

Barker open to West Indies approach
Warwickshire's footballer turned cricketer Keith Barker would seriously consider playing for the West Indies.
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Higgins beats home favourite in China

Higgins beats home favourite in China
Defending champion John Higgins beats Zhou Yuelong at the International Championship in China but Ronnie O'Sullivan loses to Michael Holt.
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Wednesday's Scottish Premiership

Wednesday's Scottish Premiership
Five matches in the Scottish top flight, with champions Celtic at Ross County and St Johnstone visiting Ibrox.
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Kuznetsova reaches WTA Finals last four

Kuznetsova reaches WTA Finals last four
Svetlana Kuznetsova becomes the first player to reach the last four of the WTA Finals following victory over Karolina Pliskova in Singapore.
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Clarke's homophobia views 'old-fashioned'

Clarke's homophobia views 'old-fashioned'
Football Association chairman Greg Clarke's views on gay footballers coming out are "negative", says Britain's first openly gay rugby league player Keegan Hirst.
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Klitschko eyes Joshua fight in spring

Klitschko eyes Joshua fight in spring
Wladimir Klitschko says he wants to fight British heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in March or April after a planned December fight fell through.
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'Harrison likely to be first choice'

'Harrison likely to be first choice'
England head coach Eddie Jones says Northampton's Teimana Harrison is the favourite to fill the openside flanker role against South Africa for the autumn Tests.
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Ireland's Earls banned for NZ clash

Ireland's Earls banned for NZ clash
Ireland wing Keith Earls will miss the Test against New Zealand in Chicago on 5 November after being suspended for two weeks.
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Valencia fined after water bottle thrown

Valencia fined after water bottle thrown
Valencia are fined after a water bottle was thrown from the stands at Barcelona's players during a La Liga game at the Mestalla Stadium
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The club who have had eight keepers this season

The club who have had eight keepers this season
Meet the non-league club who have had eight different goalkeepers this season.
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Time to jump for Pudsey

Time to jump for Pudsey
Take a leap and help British Gymnastics and Pudsey jump for Children in Need with some jumping challenges.
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Ansari can be 'good asset' for England

Ansari can be 'good asset' for England
England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow says the pace of spin bowler Zafar Ansari can be a "positive" for England.
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Leicester's Toomua out for six months

Leicester's Toomua out for six months
Leicester Tigers and Australia centre Matt Toomua has been ruled out for six months with a knee injury.
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England welcome back Rio Sevens stars

England welcome back Rio Sevens stars
Emily Scarratt and Katy Mclean are among the Great Britain Olympic sevens players included the England women's 15-a-side squad.
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Coach or pundit? Lineker asks what next for Lampard

Coach or pundit? Lineker asks what next for Lampard
Gary Lineker on meeting Frank Lampard and Patrick Vieira when he visited New York City FC for The Premier League Show.
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Hearn calls for probe into Ogogo injury

Hearn calls for probe into Ogogo injury
Promoter Barry Hearn says the British Boxing Board of Control should look into the circumstances of Anthony Ogogo's loss to Craig Cunningham.
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Jeptoo doping ban doubled to four years

Jeptoo doping ban doubled to four years
Kenyan marathon runner Rita Jeptoo has her two-year ban doubled after an IAAF appeal was upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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Pop fans mistake golfer for Timberlake

Pop fans mistake golfer for Timberlake
Russell Knox has told of being mobbed by music fans who mistake him for pop star and actor Justin Timberlake.
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Rangers to meet Barton over future

Rangers to meet Barton over future
Rangers and Joey Barton are to hold talks on Thursday in a bid to sort out the midfielder's future at Ibrox.
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A Pilgrimage to the Desert Shrine of Noah Purifoy

A Pilgrimage to the Desert Shrine of Noah Purifoy
Two contemporary artists pay homage to a visionary predecessor at Joshua Tree.
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Kesha, Interrupted

Kesha, Interrupted
Four years ago, she was a global superstar. Then a contract dispute — and her rape claim against her producer — sent her career into the wilderness.
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My Ex Is Advertising for Sugar Daddies. Can I Tell Her Mother?

My Ex Is Advertising for Sugar Daddies. Can I Tell Her Mother?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on what to do when your ex decides to treat her body as a commodity, whether to employ a parolee and if you should tell a potential employer you’ve been fired.
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Letter of Recommendation: Buicks

Letter of Recommendation: Buicks
People call them old-man cars — but what’s so bad about growing up?
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England boss won't be a mercenary - Glenn

England boss won't be a mercenary - Glenn
England's next manager will "not just be a mercenary for short term gain", says Football Association chief executive Martin Glenn.
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England recall Wood for autumn Tests

England recall Wood for autumn Tests
Northampton flanker Tom Wood is recalled to the England squad for the autumn Tests - the first time he has featured since the World Cup.
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'Sturridge not in Reds' best XI'

'Sturridge not in Reds' best XI'
Daniel Sturridge must do more to get into Liverpool's first-choice XI, says the club's former player Mark Lawrenson.
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Manchester life a disaster - Mourinho

Manchester life a disaster - Mourinho
Jose Mourinho says living alone in Manchester has become a "bit of a disaster" due to photographers camped outside his hotel.
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Sportsday - football news and gossip

Sportsday - football news and gossip
Reaction to Tuesday's EFL Cup ties and build-up to Wednesday's games including the Manchester derby, gossip and debate.
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Indians beat Cubs in World Series opener

Indians beat Cubs in World Series opener
The Cleveland Indians sweep to a commanding 6-0 win in the first game of the best-of-seven World Series against Chicago Cubs.
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FA in £200m 'Parklife' grassroots scheme

FA in £200m 'Parklife' grassroots scheme
One of 30 new grassroots football centres, funded by a £200m scheme led by the FA, is set to open in Sheffield on Wednesday.
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Arsenal 2-0 Reading

Arsenal 2-0 Reading
Arsenal maintain their unbeaten run as Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's brace sees off Championship side Reading.
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Rooney is hugely influential - Southgate

Rooney is hugely influential - Southgate
England caretaker boss Gareth Southgate backs his "hugely influential" captain Wayne Rooney, despite a poor run of form.
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Most fans 'would welcome gay players'

Most fans 'would welcome gay players'
A BBC Radio 5 live poll finds that 82% of sports fans in England, Wales and Scotland would welcome an openly gay player at their club.
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Wiggins begins final event in Britain

Wiggins begins final event in Britain
Sir Bradley Wiggins starts his final British event before retiring, and his first race since his use of a banned steroid was revealed.
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DeGale set for Jack unification bout

DeGale set for Jack unification bout
Britain's James DeGale will take on Sweden's Badou Jack in Las Vegas on 14 January in a unification bout.
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Guardiola awaits Toure agent apology

Guardiola awaits Toure agent apology
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola wants to recall midfielder Yaya Toure into his side but is still waiting for an apology from the player's agent.
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Hamilton Academical 1-0 Aberdeen

Hamilton Academical 1-0 Aberdeen
Aberdeen's seven-game unbeaten run comes to a halt as Hamilton earn a narrow win at New Douglas Park.
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England unchanged for India tour

England unchanged for India tour
England name an unchanged squad for next month's tour of India, where they will play five Tests in six weeks.
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Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Daniel Sturridge scores twice as Liverpool overcome Tottenham 2-1 at Anfield to reach the EFL Cup quarter-finals.
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Giants release Brown over domestic abuse

Giants release Brown over domestic abuse
The New York Giants release kicker Josh Brown after new information relating to his arrest for domestic violence is made public.
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Spain Women 1-2 England Women

Spain Women 1-2 England Women
England claim their sixth win in nine games with a friendly victory over Spain as they continue their preparations for Euro 2017.
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Hamilton Academical v Aberdeen

Hamilton Academical v Aberdeen
Second-placed Aberdeen visit Hamilton Academical in the first of the midweek Scottish Premiership matches.
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Frampton to fight Santa Cruz in January

Frampton to fight Santa Cruz in January
Carl Frampton's WBA world featherweight title rematch against Leo Santa Cruz will take place in Las Vegas on 28 January.
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EFL Cup last 16

EFL Cup last 16
Follow 5 live Final Score, radio and text commentary of five matches in the League Cup fourth round, including Liverpool v Tottenham.
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Surprise name emerges to replace Dennis

Surprise name emerges to replace Dennis
A surprise new name has emerged as a potential successor to Ron Dennis, whose position as McLaren chairman is under threat.
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Thistlecrack wins novices' chase

Thistlecrack wins novices' chase
Thistlecrack takes a successful first step towards the Cheltenham Gold Cup after winning a novices' chase.
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Scots aim to make Four Nations history

Scots aim to make Four Nations history
No fourth-ranked team has won a Four Nations match, but tournament debutants Scotland are aiming to make history.
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Saracens 'disappointed' by Ashton move

Saracens 'disappointed' by Ashton move
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall is "disappointed" by winger Chris Ashton's decision to leave for French side Toulon.
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Wigan Athletic sack manager Caldwell

Wigan Athletic sack manager Caldwell
Wigan Athletic sack manager Gary Caldwell after 18 months in charge of the Championship side.
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McIlroy hoping to close gap in Shanghai

McIlroy hoping to close gap in Shanghai
Rory McIlroy says he hopes to make up ground in the Race to Dubai at this week's WGC-HSBC Champions tournament in Shanghai.
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O'Sullivan into third round in China

O'Sullivan into third round in China
Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Kurt Maflin to reach the last 16 of the International Championship in China.
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Women's football: Spain v England

Women's football: Spain v England
Follow live text updates as England play Spain in a women's international friendly match.
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Brazil legend Carlos Alberto dies

Brazil legend Carlos Alberto dies
Brazil legend Carlos Alberto, the captain of the 1970 World Cup-winning side and scorer of one of the greatest goals in history, dies aged 72.
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'A Brit soars across pond as NFL comes to London'

'A Brit soars across pond as NFL comes to London'
Twickenham roars, a Brit soars, a tie indoors and champagne pours during week seven of the NFL, which saw the game come to London.
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Pick your Ballon d'Or starting XI

Pick your Ballon d'Or starting XI
Fantasy Football? This is harder. Pick your Ballon d'Or starting XI from the 2016 shortlist for the world's best player.
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Manchester United v Manchester City

Manchester United v Manchester City
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Manchester City.
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Edmund retires from Ferrer match

Edmund retires from Ferrer match
Injury forces Britain's Kyle Edmund to retire from his first-round match with David Ferrer at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna.
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All you need to know about new NBA season

All you need to know about new NBA season
The new NBA season begins on Wednesday as defending champions Cleveland Cavaliers host the New York Knicks.
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Wolves part company with Zenga

Wolves part company with Zenga
Championship club Wolves part company with head coach Walter Zenga after 87 days in charge, reports BBC WM 95.6.
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Spanish FA fined in transfer-ban case

Spanish FA fined in transfer-ban case
The Spanish football federation are fined £180,940 (220,000 Swiss frans) for violating rules over under-age players' transfers.
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Taylor considering professional switch

Taylor considering professional switch
Ireland's London 2012 Olympic gold medallist Katie Taylor is considering a move to the professional ranks with Matchroom Boxing.
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Saracens winger Ashton to join Toulon

Saracens winger Ashton to join Toulon
Saracens and England winger Chris Ashton will join French Top 14 side Toulon at the end of the 2016-17 Premiership season.
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Dead Russian wrestler keeps 2012 silver

Dead Russian wrestler keeps 2012 silver
Russian wrestler Besik Kudukhov, who died in a car crash in 2013, will not be stripped of his Olympic medal despite failing a drugs test.
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Malaysia could quit F1 race calendar

Malaysia could quit F1 race calendar
The Malaysian Grand Prix could leave F1 when its contract ends in 2018 because of competition from other Asian venues.
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Injured Nel out of Scotland squad

Injured Nel out of Scotland squad
Prop WP Nel is left out of Scotland squad for autumn Tests with after picking up a neck injury.
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Omarosa Manigault Changed Parties for Trump

Omarosa Manigault Changed Parties for Trump
The campaign official believes the Republican nominee can secure 15 percent of the African-American vote.
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Barack Obama Brought Silicon Valley to Washington. Is That a Good Thing?

Barack Obama Brought Silicon Valley to Washington. Is That a Good Thing?
His administration embraced some of the tech industry’s best ideas — but also some of its worst values.
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From ‘Hamilton’ to Donald Trump: Are All ‘Grievances’ Created Equal?

From ‘Hamilton’ to Donald Trump: Are All ‘Grievances’ Created Equal?
Airing and addressing them is a founding principle of American democracy. But what if a claim of injustice is just a grudge?
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Kuznetsova cuts own hair on way to win

Kuznetsova cuts own hair on way to win
Svetlana Kuznetsova hacks off part of her own hair en route to a three-sets win over Agnieszka Radwanska at the WTA Finals.
http://ift.tt/2ej6RlM

Watford probe over 'forged bank letter'

Watford probe over 'forged bank letter'
Watford are being investigated by the Football League for allegedly supplying false financial information.
http://ift.tt/2e6any4

Sportsday - football news and gossip

Sportsday - football news and gossip
EFL Cup news conferences and build-up to Tuesday's fourth-round ties, gossip, social media and debate.
http://ift.tt/2eAAZfH

Monday, October 24, 2016

England face India whitewash - Vaughan

England face India whitewash - Vaughan
England will be "blown away" in next month's Test series in India if they do not improve with the bat, says former captain Michael Vaughan.
http://ift.tt/2eMhJIs

Extra security for West Ham v Chelsea

Extra security for West Ham v Chelsea
There will be enhanced security checks and an alcohol ban when West Ham meet Chelsea in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.
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Rosberg to 'keep it simple' in title race

Rosberg to 'keep it simple' in title race
Nico Rosberg vows to "keep it simple" over the final three grands prix of the season as he closes on the Formula 1 World Championship.
http://ift.tt/2f1JLDm

Injured Klitschko will not fight Joshua

Injured Klitschko will not fight Joshua
A fight between Britain's IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Wladimir Klitschko will not happen before 2017.
http://ift.tt/2ezd3cE

I'm no longer good enough - O'Sullivan

I'm no longer good enough - O'Sullivan
Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is "not good enough to compete with the best players in the world".
http://ift.tt/2eyylFG

Who wins as Tours battle for supremacy?

Who wins as Tours battle for supremacy?
As the PGA Tour seals a new lucrative tournament in Asia, there are new challenges for the European Tour and its players.
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No evidence of 2017 corruption - IAAF

No evidence of 2017 corruption - IAAF
The IAAF finds no evidence to support claims of corruption in the 2017 Athletics World Championships bid process.
http://ift.tt/2eAdiQq

Strachan position not discussed by SFA

Strachan position not discussed by SFA
The SFA's Stewart Regan says it is "disrespectful" to discuss national manager Gordon Strachan's position so early in a qualifying campaign.
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Schmidt to stay with Ireland until 2019

Schmidt to stay with Ireland until 2019
Ireland say head coach Joe Schmidt will stay in charge until the end of the World Cup in 2019.
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North & Roberts clear to play Australia

North & Roberts clear to play Australia
Wales will have their England-based players available to face Australia after Premiership clubs agree to a "one-off" change of policy.
http://ift.tt/2eKEEDS

FA agrees overseas FA Cup rights deal

FA agrees overseas FA Cup rights deal
The Football Association agrees a new six-season overseas broadcast rights deal for the FA Cup, starting from the 2018-19 season.
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Del Potro wins first title since 2014

Del Potro wins first title since 2014
Juan Martin del Potro moves back into the world's top 50 after winning his first ATP title in almost three years in Stockholm.
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Chicago Cubs aim to end century of hurt

Chicago Cubs aim to end century of hurt
The Chicago Cubs will be hoping to end the most infamous run of failure in US sport when they face the Cleveland Indians in baseball's World Series.
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Sissoko charged for Arter incident

Sissoko charged for Arter incident
Tottenham midfielder Moussa Sissoko is charged by the Football Association for an alleged elbow on Bournemouth's Harry Arter.
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Epsom Derby winner Harzand retired

Epsom Derby winner Harzand retired
The Epsom and Irish Derby winner Harzand is retired to be a stallion at his owner Aga Khan's Gilltown Stud in County Kildare.
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Falcons prop Vea forced to retire

Falcons prop Vea forced to retire
Newcastle Falcons prop Taione Vea retires as a result of a spinal injury suffered against Sale in September.
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Ford named head coach at Toulon

Ford named head coach at Toulon
Former Bath boss Mike Ford is named head coach of three-times European champions Toulon.
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Sanches wins European Golden Boy award

Sanches wins European Golden Boy award
Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches beats Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford to the European Golden Boy award.
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'A fantastic advert for five-day Tests'

'A fantastic advert for five-day Tests'
England's dramatic win against Bangladesh makes an excellent case for Test matches remaining at five days, says Jonathan Agnew.
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'Long road ahead for resurgent Hamilton'

'Long road ahead for resurgent Hamilton'
Lewis Hamilton took the win he so desperately needed at the United States Grand Prix, but there is still a long road ahead.
http://ift.tt/2eJIsVT

Sportsday - football news and gossip

Sportsday - football news and gossip
Ballon d'Or shortlist announced, Premier League reaction, EFL Cup news conferences, gossip and debate.
http://ift.tt/2e2IW8k

Sunday, October 23, 2016

Bale on Ballon d'Or shortlist

Bale on Ballon d'Or shortlist
Real Madrid forwards Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo are on the shortlist for the 2016 Ballon d'Or award for the world's best player.
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I didn't mock Man Utd - Conte

I didn't mock Man Utd - Conte
Antonio Conte says he was "not mocking anyone" after appearing to antagonise Jose Mourinho after Chelsea's 4-0 win.
http://ift.tt/2eIRAc8

England seal 22-run win over Bangladesh

England seal 22-run win over Bangladesh
England beat Bangladesh by 22 runs on the final morning of the first Test in Chittagong.
http://ift.tt/2eJdAoy

Who has gone 1,241 days without a win?

Who has gone 1,241 days without a win?
One player's miserable winless run in the Premier League continues - we take a look at the best Premier League stats from the weekend.
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Heading footballs 'affects memory'

Heading footballs 'affects memory'
Heading a football can significantly affect a player's brain function and memory for 24 hours, a study finds.
http://ift.tt/2elgdP9

Paris St-Germain 0-0 Marseille

Paris St-Germain 0-0 Marseille
Rudi Garcia's first game in charge of Marseille ends in a battling goalless draw away to Paris St-Germain.
http://ift.tt/2evsCRf

Analysis: Why it is too early to write Man Utd off

Analysis: Why it is too early to write Man Utd off
Chelsea's improved form shows how Manchester United's title hopes are not over yet, says Match of the Day 2 pundit Phil Neville.
http://ift.tt/2eHS81L

Real Madrid 2-1 Athletic Bilbao

Real Madrid 2-1 Athletic Bilbao
Real Madrid go top of the La Liga table thanks to a late goal from Alvaro Morata against Athletic Bilbao.
http://ift.tt/2dzP8bS

Hamilton on 50: up there with the greats

Hamilton on 50: up there with the greats
How Britain's Lewis Hamilton has become only the third Formula 1 driver to achieve 50 race victories.
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Hamilton takes 50th career F1 win

Hamilton takes 50th career F1 win
Lewis Hamilton cuts his championship points deficit to Nico Rosberg as he cruises to victory in the United States Grand Prix.
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Garth Crooks' team of the week

Garth Crooks' team of the week
Who is already on Garth's PFA shortlist? Who reminds him of his "nemesis" Graeme Souness? Find out in team of the week - then have your say.
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Not many players will sleep - Broad

Not many players will sleep - Broad
England's Stuart Broad says the first Test against Bangladesh is on a knife edge going into the final day in Chittagong.
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Individuals not to blame - Guardiola

Individuals not to blame - Guardiola
Individual errors are not to blame for Manchester City's dip in form, says manager Pep Guardiola after their 1-1 draw with Southampton.
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Robinson leaves struggling MK Dons

Robinson leaves struggling MK Dons
Manager Karl Robinson leaves MK Dons "by mutual consent" after seven defeats in 15 League One games this season.
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Leicester Tigers 27-17 Racing 92

Leicester Tigers 27-17 Racing 92
Replacement fly-half Freddie Burns scores 16 points as Leicester overcome last year's beaten finalists Racing 92.
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Britain's women win madison silver

Britain's women win madison silver
Emily Kay and Emily Nelson produce a brilliant final sprint to win silver in the women's madison at the European Track Championships in Paris.
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How Andy Murray could become number one

How Andy Murray could become number one
Andy Murray could be 15 days away from claiming a career milestone if he reaches world number one, cementing another part of his tennis legacy.
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Harrington wins Portugal Masters

Harrington wins Portugal Masters
Padraig Harrington secures his first European Tour win in eight years with a one-shot victory at the Portugal Masters.
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Real Madrid v Athletic Bilbao

Real Madrid v Athletic Bilbao
Live text, images and social media as Real Madrid host Athletic Bilbao, with regular updates from PSG v Marseille.
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Listen: San Diego Chargers at Atlanta Falcons

Listen: San Diego Chargers at Atlanta Falcons
Follow Radio 5 live sports extra coverage including news and updates from across the NFL plus commentary of San Diego Chargers at Atlanta Falcons.
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Chelsea 4-0 Manchester United

Chelsea 4-0 Manchester United
Jose Mourinho is humiliated on his return to Chelsea as his former club thump his Manchester United side at Stamford Bridge.
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Giants beat Rams in NFL at Twickenham

Giants beat Rams in NFL at Twickenham
New York Giants beat the Los Angeles Rams 17-10 in the first NFL game to be played at Twickenham, in front of a 75,000 sell-out crowd.
http://ift.tt/2eWLHNz

Toulouse 20-20 Wasps

Toulouse 20-20 Wasps
Jimmy Gopperth kicks a last-gasp conversion to rescue a draw against Toulouse at the Stade Ernest-Wallon.
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Sevilla 1-0 Atletico Madrid

Sevilla 1-0 Atletico Madrid
Sevilla go top of La Liga as Steven N'Zonzi's goal gives them victory over title rivals Atletico Madrid.
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Rangers 0-1 Celtic

Rangers 0-1 Celtic
Celtic will play Aberdeen in the Scottish League Cup final after Moussa Dembele secures victory over Rangers in the Old Firm semi-final.
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Bottas to remain at Williams, Stroll promoted

Bottas to remain at Williams, Stroll promoted
Finnish F1 driver Valtteri Bottas will remain with Williams and rookie driver Lance Stroll will be promoted to his team-mate.
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Montpellier 22-16 Leinster

Montpellier 22-16 Leinster
A last-minute try and conversion from Isa Nacewa gives Leinster a vital losing bonus point against Montpellier and puts them top of Pool 4.
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Itoje injury adds to England's worries

Itoje injury adds to England's worries
Maro Itoje is a doubt for England's autumn internationals after injuring his hand in Saracens' Champions Cup win over Scarlets.
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Manchester City 1-1 Southampton

Manchester City 1-1 Southampton
Manchester City return to the top of the Premier League despite seeing their winless streak extend to a fifth game.
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Kerber edges past Cibulkova at Finals

Kerber edges past Cibulkova at Finals
World number one Angelique Kerber beats Dominika Cibulkova in her opening match at the WTA Finals in Singapore.
http://ift.tt/2ecZhc9

Champions Cup, Challenge Cup & B&I Cup

Champions Cup, Challenge Cup & B&I Cup
Listen to live BBC radio commentary from Sunday's action in the rugby union European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup.
http://ift.tt/2exyZCi

Watch: New York Giants at Los Angeles Rams

Watch: New York Giants at Los Angeles Rams
Follow live BBC Two NFL coverage as New York Giants take on Los Angeles Rams at Twickenham.
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St Johnstone 2-1 Dundee

St Johnstone 2-1 Dundee
St Johnstone move into fourth place in the Premiership after seeing off a lacklustre Dundee at McDiarmid Park.
http://ift.tt/2f5gZ3M

Chittagong Test enters tense final day

Chittagong Test enters tense final day
Bangladesh need 33 more to win with two wickets left against England after four days of the first Test in Chittagong.
http://ift.tt/2ezzSt9

New rule is about respect - Hamilton

New rule is about respect - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton and other leading drivers have backed a decision to forbid a defensive move employed by Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
http://ift.tt/2euT9Lw

Sunday's Scottish football

Sunday's Scottish football
St Johnstone host Dundee in the Premiership before Rangers face Celtic in the League Cup semi-final.
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'No shortage of big Munster shoulders'

'No shortage of big Munster shoulders'
Tom English sees Munster scale the heights of their glorious past in victory over Glasgow, a fitting tribute to head coach Anthony Foley, who died suddenly last week.
http://ift.tt/2etIF1V

Sunday football

Sunday football
Follow live text and radio commentary as Manchester City host Southampton and Chelsea play Manchester United in the Premier League.
http://ift.tt/2etHr6z

'Road to Gold starts here for Tizzard'

'Road to Gold starts here for Tizzard'
Colin Tizzard, trainer of Cue Card, Thistlecrack and Native River, seems to be revelling in the hopes for his 'big three', says Cornelius Lysaght.
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Sutton defends British Cycling

Sutton defends British Cycling
British Cycling will be exonerated over allegations of wrongdoing, says its former technical director Shane Sutton.
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Joy in Chicago as baseball 'curse' ends

Joy in Chicago as baseball 'curse' ends
Crowds celebrate in Chicago after the Cubs beat the Los Angeles Dodgers to reach the baseball World Series for the first time since 1945.
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Thomas defends title as Knox falters

Thomas defends title as Knox falters
Scotland's Russell Knox falls out of contention as American Justin Thomas successfully defends his CIMB Classic title in Malaysia.
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GB's Crutchlow wins Australian MotoGP

GB's Crutchlow wins Australian MotoGP
Cal Crutchlow becomes the first Briton to win the Australian Grand Prix as he secured his second MotoGP victory at Phillip Island.
http://ift.tt/2eyTY6D

Saturday, October 22, 2016

Spurs needs more depth - Pochettino

Spurs needs more depth - Pochettino
Tottenham need "more depth in the squad" to challenge for the Premier League title, says Mauricio Pochettino.
http://ift.tt/2evNLYp

GB's Yafai to fight Concepcion for WBA title

GB's Yafai to fight Concepcion for WBA title
Khalid Yafai will fight champion Luis Concepcion for the WBA super-flyweight title at Manchester Arena on 10 December.
http://ift.tt/2ejZLB2

Bangladesh v England - day four

Bangladesh v England - day four
Live ball-by-ball commentary of day four of the first Test between Bangladesh and England from the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chittagong.
http://ift.tt/2ejIt72

Sissoko could face elbow ban - Murphy

Sissoko could face elbow ban - Murphy
Tottenham midfielder Moussa Sissoko could face a retrospective ban for elbowing Bournemouth's Harry Arter, says Match of the Day analyst Danny Murphy.
http://ift.tt/2ev3IOK

Cunningham ends Ogogo unbeaten record

Cunningham ends Ogogo unbeaten record
Anthony Ogogo loses his unbeaten record as Craig Cunningham wins the vacant WBC international middleweight title in Birmingham.
http://ift.tt/2ebnjEL

Archibald wins omnium gold in Paris

Archibald wins omnium gold in Paris
British Olympic champion Katie Archibald wins omnium gold to earn her second title at the European Track Championships in Paris.
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Iniesta out for six to eight weeks

Iniesta out for six to eight weeks
Barcelona captain Andres Iniesta is out for six to eight weeks after injuring knee ligaments in the win over Valencia.
http://ift.tt/2dKkATn

Hamilton beats Rosberg to US GP pole

Hamilton beats Rosberg to US GP pole
Lewis Hamilton beats Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg to pole position at the United States Grand Prix.
http://ift.tt/2euBx2b

Saracens earn bonus-point win over Scarlets

Saracens earn bonus-point win over Scarlets
Saracens produce a fine performance to beat a valiant Scarlets 44-26 in the European Champions Cup at Allianz Park.
http://ift.tt/2esZ9sM

Valencia 2-3 Barcelona

Valencia 2-3 Barcelona
Lionel Messi scores an injury-time penalty as Barcelona secure a dramatic late comeback victory over Valencia to go top of La Liga.
http://ift.tt/2esZ08v

France 6-40 England

France 6-40 England
Coach Wayne Bennett's first game in charge of England ends in a Four Nations warm-up victory over France.
http://ift.tt/2eqZnfT

Liverpool 2-1 West Bromwich Albion

Liverpool 2-1 West Bromwich Albion
Goals from Sadio Mane and Philippe Coutinho help Liverpool beat West Brom to move second in the Premier League.
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Semi-retired Hansen shares Portugal lead

Semi-retired Hansen shares Portugal lead
Denmark's Anders Hansen shares the lead at the Portugal Masters with Finland's Mikko Korhonen after the third round.
http://ift.tt/2eaQ4RM

F1 outlaws moving under braking

F1 outlaws moving under braking
Drivers' concerns about the defensive tactics of Red Bull's Max Verstappen have led to Formula 1 outlawing moving under braking.
http://ift.tt/2euCFEL

Northampton well beaten by Castres

Northampton well beaten by Castres
Northampton concede six tries as they fall to a 41-7 Pool 4 defeat by Castres in the Champions Cup in France.
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Red Bull head Mercedes in practice

Red Bull head Mercedes in practice
Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo are faster than the Mercedes in final practice at the United States Grand Prix.
http://ift.tt/2ewRi9F

Leicester City 3-1 Crystal Palace

Leicester City 3-1 Crystal Palace
Defending champions Leicester stretch their unbeaten home run to 20 league games with victory over Crystal Palace.
http://ift.tt/2esFBEJ

Arsenal 0-0 Middlesbrough

Arsenal 0-0 Middlesbrough
Arsenal's six-match winning run ends against Middlesbrough but a point is enough to move them top of the Premier League.
http://ift.tt/2dXaaNC

Rivet claims Racing Post Trophy victory

Rivet claims Racing Post Trophy victory
Jockey Andrea Atzeni wins his fourth Racing Post Trophy in a row as Rivet holds off favourite Yucatan.
http://ift.tt/2eukZsS

Partick Thistle 1-1 Ross County

Partick Thistle 1-1 Ross County
A stoppage-time Ross County goal denies Partick Thistle as both sides' winless Scottish Premiership runs continue.
http://ift.tt/2eSTY5a

Wimbledon star Willis loses on comeback

Wimbledon star Willis loses on comeback
Surprise Wimbledon star Marcus Willis is beaten in his first ATP match since losing to Roger Federer on Centre Court.
http://ift.tt/2eu4aga

United States Grand Prix

United States Grand Prix
Listen to live radio coverage and follow live text of the third practice and qualifying sessions at the United States Grand Prix.
http://ift.tt/2dJmDqE

Edmund loses to Gasquet in semi-final

Edmund loses to Gasquet in semi-final
Britain's Kyle Edmund misses out on a first ATP final as Richard Gasquet wins their semi-final at the European Open.
http://ift.tt/2dwmHeS

Valencia v Barcelona

Valencia v Barcelona
Live text commentary from La Liga with Barcelona bidding to improve on their shaky start as they got to Valencia.
http://ift.tt/2dwdUcR

Greenock Morton 0-2 Aberdeen

Greenock Morton 0-2 Aberdeen
Adam Rooney and Kenny McLean are on target as Aberdeen beat Morton to reach the Scottish League Cup final.
http://ift.tt/2ealojM

Bournemouth 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur

Bournemouth 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham miss the chance to move top of the Premier League - at least for a few hours - as they were held to a goalless draw at Bournemouth.
http://ift.tt/2dwc8Zp

Saturday’s EFL action

Saturday’s EFL action
Follow live text commentary of Saturday's EFL games, as Kenny Jackett takes charge of Rotherham for the first time.
http://ift.tt/2dxBIIF

Premier League team news

Premier League team news
Text and radio coverage of six 15:00 BST kick-offs in the Premier League, with Arsenal hoping to move top of the table.
http://ift.tt/2dXFLyL

Lippi named as new China manager

Lippi named as new China manager
Former Italy manager Marcello Lippi - who won the World Cup in 2006 - is named the new manager of China.
http://ift.tt/2dXymPT

Odell Beckham Jr: NFL's most box office star?

Odell Beckham Jr: NFL's most box office star?
Bigger than Beckham? Meet Odell, the NFL's biggest star.
http://ift.tt/2ehLnJJ

Konta misses out on WTA Finals place

Konta misses out on WTA Finals place
British number one Johanna Konta is denied a place in the WTA Finals by Svetlana Kuznetsova's win over Daria Gavrilova in the Kremlin Cup.
http://ift.tt/2ea2SrH

Stokes inspires England resurgence

Stokes inspires England resurgence
Ben Stokes takes 4-26 and hits 85 as England close day three of the first Test with Bangladesh with a lead of 273 at 228-8.
http://ift.tt/2dvYGVk

Saturday's Scottish football

Saturday's Scottish football
Greenock Morton take on Aberdeen in the Scottish League Cup semi-final before league action takes over at 15:00 BST.
http://ift.tt/2e9ZxsD

All Blacks win record 18th straight Test

All Blacks win record 18th straight Test
New Zealand become the first top-tier nation to win 18 consecutive Tests with a 37-10 victory over Australia in the Bledisloe Cup.
http://ift.tt/2eS4R6Z

Knox four off lead in Malaysia

Knox four off lead in Malaysia
Scotland's Russell Knox remains in contention at the CIMB Classic in Kuala Lumpur despite a disappointing end to his third round.
http://ift.tt/2eggxPa

Premier League build-up

Premier League build-up
Build-up to Saturday's eight Premier League games before live text and radio commentary as Bournemouth host Tottenham at 12:30 BST.
http://ift.tt/2eD9wow

Friday, October 21, 2016

Bangladesh v England - day three

Bangladesh v England - day three
Live ball-by-ball commentary of day three of the first Test between Bangladesh and England from the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chittagong.
http://ift.tt/2e9ezyE

Taylor outclasses Ryan for first title

Taylor outclasses Ryan for first title
Josh Taylor wins the vacant Commonwealth super lightweight title in just his seventh professional fight, stopping Dave Ryan in the fifth round.
http://ift.tt/2e8FavX

Russia choose wolf as World Cup mascot

Russia choose wolf as World Cup mascot
Russia have named Zabivaka the wolf as their mascot for the 2018 World Cup after receiving 53% of the votes.
http://ift.tt/2e8BaeF

Drogba fined for refusing to play

Drogba fined for refusing to play
Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is fined for refusing to play for MLS side Montreal Impact last weekend.
http://ift.tt/2egfUaH

No 'crazy kid' celebrations - Mourinho

No 'crazy kid' celebrations - Mourinho
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says he will not jump around like "a crazy kid" if his side score against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
http://ift.tt/2e8vtgT

Archibald wins individual pursuit gold

Archibald wins individual pursuit gold
British Olympic champion Katie Archibald wins a third consecutive women's individual pursuit title at the European Track Championships.
http://ift.tt/2eu6oN8

Rosberg top in United States practice

Rosberg top in United States practice
Lewis Hamilton was only third in second practice at the US Grand Prix as Mercedes team-mate and title rival Nico Rosberg sets the pace.
http://ift.tt/2eqqJqd

Sullivan hits 61 to share Portugal lead

Sullivan hits 61 to share Portugal lead
England's Andy Sullivan shares the lead with Scotland's Marc Warren after round two at the Portugal Masters
http://ift.tt/2eqotzj

Trump in April: If I Lose, ‘I’ll Let It All Out’

Trump in April: If I Lose, ‘I’ll Let It All Out’
Making sense of the last days of an improbable campaign.
http://ift.tt/2eoHeS6

Chanting banned at World Cup qualifier

Chanting banned at World Cup qualifier
Football officials from Thailand and Australia ban chanting at next month's World Cup qualifying match out of respect for the late Thai king.
http://ift.tt/2eByohx

Castres v Northampton (Sat)

Castres v Northampton (Sat)
Team news as Castres host Northampton in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Stade Pierre-Antoine (15:15 BST).
http://ift.tt/2dGAWMD

Kuznetsova one win away from WTA Finals

Kuznetsova one win away from WTA Finals
Svetlana Kuznetsova is one win away from denying Britain's Johanna Konta a place in the WTA Finals after reaching the final of the Kremlin Cup.
http://ift.tt/2eqz62o

Cavendish takes Abu Dhabi lead

Cavendish takes Abu Dhabi lead
Mark Cavendish wins the second stage of the Abu Dhabi Tour to take overall lead on Friday, with two stages still to go.
http://ift.tt/2dGnMz6

Gary Lineker defends child refugee comments

Gary Lineker defends child refugee comments
The Match of the Day host says he's got "a bit of a spanking" on Twitter after making comments about child refugees.
http://ift.tt/2efc9Cl

'English clubs almost kidnap youngsters'

'English clubs almost kidnap youngsters'
English clubs are effectively "kidnapping" young foreign players, says Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
http://ift.tt/2edCNJt

Russia 'drunk tanks' plan for World Cup

Russia 'drunk tanks' plan for World Cup
Sobering-up stations will be set up in 11 World Cup host cities.
http://ift.tt/2dv9370

Murdoch loses elite level of funding

Murdoch loses elite level of funding
Commonwealth champion Ross Murdoch loses his elite British Swimming funding after missing out on a place in the Rio Olympic final.
http://ift.tt/2e7sVj4

'Superstar' Moscow Flyer dies aged 22

'Superstar' Moscow Flyer dies aged 22
Popular two-time Champion Chase winner Moscow Flyer, who enjoyed 26 career victories, dies in Ireland at the age of 22.
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Baggies put Berahino on weight-loss plan

Baggies put Berahino on weight-loss plan
West Brom striker Saido Berahino is put on a weight-loss training plan in a bid to get him fit for the first team.
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Mourinho deserves good reception - Conte

Mourinho deserves good reception - Conte
Jose Mourinho "deserves a good reception" when he returns to Chelsea, says Chelsea manager Antonio Conte.
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Aguero & Kompany have future - Guardiola

Aguero & Kompany have future - Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola rejects stories that he is trying to force Sergio Aguero and Vincent Kompany out of the club.
http://ift.tt/2eAo0Fx

Rugby 'guard of honour' for Foley funeral

Rugby 'guard of honour' for Foley funeral
The funeral of Anthony Foley who died in Paris has taken place in County Clare.
http://ift.tt/2eYCmnz

Brentford's McCormack gets five-game ban

Brentford's McCormack gets five-game ban
Brentford's Alan McCormack gets a five-match ban and a fine for abusing a female match official.
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England lock Kruis has ankle surgery

England lock Kruis has ankle surgery
Saracens and England lock George Kruis will be out for "a number of weeks" after having surgery on an ankle injury.
http://ift.tt/2dt4oY7

'India's DRS trial bad news for England's batsmen'

'India's DRS trial bad news for England's batsmen'
India's trial of the decision review system is good for cricket, but may prove to be bad news for England's batsmen, says Jonathan Agnew.
http://ift.tt/2ede0Fn

Minsk to host 2019 European Games

Minsk to host 2019 European Games
The second European Games will be held in Minsk after 43 Olympic committees voted in favour of the Belarusian capital.
http://ift.tt/2esx29b

Bangladesh close in on England total

Bangladesh close in on England total
Bangladesh close day two of the first Test with England in Chittagong 72 behind with five wickets intact at 221-5.
http://ift.tt/2eYnjKx

Atletico cannot sign players in January

Atletico cannot sign players in January
Atletico Madrid will not be able to sign players in January as they continue to contest a Fifa transfer ban.
http://ift.tt/2est4xz

Rotherham appoint Jackett as manager

Rotherham appoint Jackett as manager
Championship strugglers Rotherham United name Kenny Jackett as manager following the sacking of Alan Stubbs.
http://ift.tt/2duDk5Q

Milne is standing out in the crowd

Milne is standing out in the crowd
Hayley Milne, one of Britain's most promising Para-swimmers, is working hard to ensure she keeps alive her Tokyo 2020 dream.
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Lauren Holiday has brain tumour removed

Lauren Holiday has brain tumour removed
The American soccer star, Lauren Holiday, famous for helping her team win the 2015 Women's World Cup has had surgery to remove a brain tumour.
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Does the fire still burn for Fernando Alonso?

Does the fire still burn for Fernando Alonso?
Fernando Alonso talks to Andrew Benson about changed priorities, the roots of his skills, his toughest rivals and whether the fire still burns.
http://ift.tt/2ezNROa

Pogba needs time to settle - Mourinho

Pogba needs time to settle - Mourinho
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says he did not expect Paul Pogba, who starred in the win over Fenerbahce, to adjust to playing in England again quickly.
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The 10.9.16 Issue

The 10.9.16 Issue
Readers respond.
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Judge John Hodgman on Baby Turtles vs. Baby Beluga Whales

Judge John Hodgman on Baby Turtles vs. Baby Beluga Whales
A marriage is threatened by a force more powerful than a collapsar hypernova: cute animals.
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How to Cut Your Own Hair

How to Cut Your Own Hair
Take a little off and look. Stop when scared.
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India agree to DRS for England Tests

India agree to DRS for England Tests
The decision review system will be used in England's Test series in India next month after the hosts agreed to "trial" the technology.
http://ift.tt/2emYTK4

Bespoke podcast: What's next for embattled Team Sky?

Bespoke podcast: What's next for embattled Team Sky?
OJ Borg is joined by Dan Roan, Matt Slater and Matt Lawton for a BeSpoke special looking at the controversies engulfing Team Sky.
http://ift.tt/2eXOvZN

Knox moves into contention in Malaysia

Knox moves into contention in Malaysia
A second round 63 sees Scotland's Russell Knox move into contention at the CIMB Classic in Kuala Lumpur
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Analysis: Why Wenger is right on Walcott

Analysis: Why Wenger is right on Walcott
Arsenal forward Theo Walcott's improved form is down to his new mindset, says Match of the Day pundit Martin Keown.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Europa League analysis, Premier League news conferences, breaking sports news, transfer gossip, debate and social media.
http://ift.tt/2dugXgF

Australia start Test series day after T20

Australia start Test series day after T20
Australia will begin next February's Test series in India only one day after completing a home Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka.
http://ift.tt/2ep45vC

Thursday, October 20, 2016

Caps & video games - sport quiz of the week

Caps & video games - sport quiz of the week
Caps, relationships and video games- it's BBC Sport and A Question of Sport's weekly quiz.
http://ift.tt/2ducYRk

How can Murray become world number one?

How can Murray become world number one?
After the 41st tournament victory of his career, Andy Murray has Novak Djokovic's number one world ranking in his sights.
http://ift.tt/2duGnOE

Bangladesh v England - day two

Bangladesh v England - day two
Bangladesh look to finish off England's first innings on the second morning of the first Test in Chittagong.
http://ift.tt/2e6cfc1

'Woman will be champion within 15 years'

'Woman will be champion within 15 years'
A woman will be Britain's champion jockey for the first time within the next 15 years, says leading apprentice rider Josephine Gordon.
http://ift.tt/2ebjVuu

The best and worst goal celebrations

The best and worst goal celebrations
After Paul Pogba and Jesse Lingard show off their dance moves against Fenerbahce, we look at some of the best and worst goal celebrations.
http://ift.tt/2ey7sOp

The Nickname Hillary Clinton Has Been Waiting For

The Nickname Hillary Clinton Has Been Waiting For
Donald Trump’s epithet, as usual, sticks — but not the way he intended it to.
http://ift.tt/2drryhs

Parker & Ruiz Jr to fight for WBO title

Parker & Ruiz Jr to fight for WBO title
Joseph Parker and Andy Ruiz Jr will fight for the WBO heavyweight title vacated by Tyson Fury.
http://ift.tt/2e5CSh7

Barker takes silver in GB medal rush

Barker takes silver in GB medal rush
Rio 2016 gold medallist Elinor Barker wins one of four medals for Great Britain on day two of the European Track Cycling Championships.
http://ift.tt/2e5zUcn

Inter Milan 1-0 Southampton

Inter Milan 1-0 Southampton
Southampton are punished for several missed chances as Inter Milan snatch victory in their Europa League game at the San Siro.
http://ift.tt/2dSrseN

Bath 22-6 Bristol

Bath 22-6 Bristol
Bath beat Bristol in the European Rugby Challenge Cup in the first meeting of the two West Country rivals since 2009.
http://ift.tt/2enycUi

Hull's Odubajo out for six more months

Hull's Odubajo out for six more months
Hull City's Moses Odubajo may miss the whole season after sustaining his second serious knee injury in just over three months.
http://ift.tt/2dtpzEe

'Repulsive' NFL star Brown 'abused wife'

'Repulsive' NFL star Brown 'abused wife'
New York Giants kicker Josh Brown admits abusing his ex-wife and says he is a "repulsive man", in documents released by police.
http://ift.tt/2ecAY1G

Edmund into European Open quarters

Edmund into European Open quarters
Britain's Kyle Edmund beats David Ferrer of Spain in the second round of the European Open in Antwep, Belgium.
http://ift.tt/2elkHWe

Warren in front at Portugal Masters

Warren in front at Portugal Masters
Scotland's Marc Warren opens with six successive birdies to lead the Portugal Masters on eight under par.
http://ift.tt/2dSjcM4

Anthony Foley: The Munster Man

Anthony Foley: The Munster Man
Following the death of Anthony Foley, Tom Fordyce goes to Limerick to find out how the death of a sporting hero can affect a community.
http://ift.tt/2dSgcyV

British Cycling chief executive to leave

British Cycling chief executive to leave
British Cycling is set to announce chief executive Ian Drake is to leave his position in April, BBC Sport understands.
http://ift.tt/2eyiS5W

Woods 'going for more' than 18 majors

Woods 'going for more' than 18 majors
Tiger Woods insists he will win more than Jack Nicklaus' record of 18 major titles in his career.
http://ift.tt/2eLhkJQ

Six uncapped players in England squad

Six uncapped players in England squad
England head coach Wayne Bennett names six uncapped players in his squad for the Four Nations warm-up Test against France.
http://ift.tt/2dtadQ5

Hamilton would take defeat 'like a man'

Hamilton would take defeat 'like a man'
Lewis Hamilton says "everything is possible" as he fights for the drivers' title with Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg.
http://ift.tt/2en7gE0

Injury forces Nadal to end season early

Injury forces Nadal to end season early
Rafael Nadal ends his 2016 season early as he continues his recovery from the wrist injury he suffered earlier this year.
http://ift.tt/2epCn19

Lawro's predictions v Joe Clarke

Lawro's predictions v Joe Clarke
BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Olympic kayak gold medallist in this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
http://ift.tt/2dqQFRn

Uefa 'open' to CL final outside Europe

Uefa 'open' to CL final outside Europe
The Champions League final could be played outside of Europe, according to new Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin.
http://ift.tt/2eo5Mb5

Kuznetsova closes on Konta Finals spot

Kuznetsova closes on Konta Finals spot
Svetlana Kuznetsova is two wins away from denying Britain's Johanna Konta the last place in the season-ending WTA Finals.
http://ift.tt/2eo3GIm

'Tragedy if innocent riders are tainted'

'Tragedy if innocent riders are tainted'
The former head of British Cycling, Peter Keen, says his greatest fear is the controversy surrounding the sport causing "collateral damage" to Team GB.
http://ift.tt/2eVroz7

Barkley no longer young talent - Koeman

Barkley no longer young talent - Koeman
Ronald Koeman says Ross Barkley "is no longer a young talent" as the Everton boss reveals he expects better from the midfielder.
http://ift.tt/2dsLrzA

'Anthony was the epitome of a Munster man'

'Anthony was the epitome of a Munster man'
Anthony Foley was not just a player and coach to Munster fans - he was a hero, a neighbour and a friend as well, writes Tom Fordyce.
http://ift.tt/2dqx3wN

BBC to show Eastleigh v Swindon in FA Cup

BBC to show Eastleigh v Swindon in FA Cup
BBC One will broadcast the FA Cup first-round tie between non-league Eastleigh and League One Swindon Town on 4 November.
http://ift.tt/2e4igWt

Give Wenger new deal, says Seaman

Give Wenger new deal, says Seaman
Arsenal should give manager Arsene Wenger a new contract, says former Gunners and England keeper David Seaman.
http://ift.tt/2e4dgRH

England Women v France Women

England Women v France Women
Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's international friendly between England Women and France Women.
http://ift.tt/2eb4tRO

Frampton rematch with Santa Cruz agreed

Frampton rematch with Santa Cruz agreed
WBA world featherweight champion Carl Frampton says a deal has been done for his rematch against Leo Santa Cruz.
http://ift.tt/2e9pjyo

Pique & Alba to miss Man City rematch

Pique & Alba to miss Man City rematch
Gerard Pique and Jordi Alba will miss Barcelona's Champions League game against Manchester City on 1 November through injury.
http://ift.tt/2dsjCYe

Bellew wants Lebedev bout before Haye

Bellew wants Lebedev bout before Haye
Tony Bellew says he would prefer to fight fellow world cruiserweight champion Denis Lebedev next before facing David Haye.
http://ift.tt/2emypK8

England fight back despite Mehedi haul

England fight back despite Mehedi haul
England close day one of the first Test with Bangladesh on 258-7, with Moeen Ali scoring 68 and Mehedi Hasan Miraz taking 5-64 for Bangladesh.
http://ift.tt/2ejOHSo

Griffiths '100%' behind Strachan

Griffiths '100%' behind Strachan
Leigh Griffiths insists Scotland head coach Gordon Strachan is the right man for the job despite struggling to start.
http://ift.tt/2dQRf77

North 'currently unavailable for Australia'

North 'currently unavailable for Australia'
As things currently stand, wing George North will not be allowed to play in Wales' Test with Australia, says Northampton's Paul Shields.
http://ift.tt/2eaMECf

Miri Regev’s Culture War

Miri Regev’s Culture War
The Israeli minister of culture and sports wants nothing less than an overthrow of the nation’s elite.
http://ift.tt/2en3VmR

Letter of Recommendation: Choir

Letter of Recommendation: Choir
You can take a breath and escape physically and metaphysically, occupying and occupied by the music.
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Casey one shot off lead in Kuala Lumpur

Casey one shot off lead in Kuala Lumpur
England's Paul Casey birdies four of the last five holes in a seven-under-par 65 to sit fourth after the first round of the CIMB Classic.
http://ift.tt/2en2Uv7

Manchester United v Fenerbahce

Manchester United v Fenerbahce
Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Manchester United and Fenerbahce.
http://ift.tt/2en0UmF

'Warrior Toure will recover from errors'

'Warrior Toure will recover from errors'
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says "warrior" Kolo Toure will recover from his mistakes in the 2-0 Champions League defeat by Borussia Monchengladbach.
http://ift.tt/2eawYz1

Toulon a bit like Barcelona - Diamond

Toulon a bit like Barcelona - Diamond
Sale Sharks boss Steve Diamond compares Toulon's European Champions Cup visit to "a bit like Barcelona coming to Manchester".
http://ift.tt/2emX3pK

I won't change approach - Guardiola

I won't change approach - Guardiola
Pep Guardiola says he will never change his tactical philosophy despite Manchester City suffering a 4-0 loss at Barcelona.
http://ift.tt/2dC8mvD

Sportsday - rolling news and gossip

Sportsday - rolling news and gossip
Nine Premier League managers speak to the media, latest sports news and gossip, as well as the best of social media and debate.
http://ift.tt/2eIN6Hh

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Bangladesh v England - Tourists bat first

Bangladesh v England - Tourists bat first
Follow live text and Test Match Special commentary as England meet Bangladesh in the first of two Tests.
http://ift.tt/2dp1fsk

Cleveland Indians reach World Series

Cleveland Indians reach World Series
The Cleveland Indians reach their first World Series in nearly 20 years with a 4-1 series win over the Toronto Blue Jays.
http://ift.tt/2etUaT9

Archibald wins European silver in Paris

Archibald wins European silver in Paris
British Olympic champion Katie Archibald wins silver in the women's elimination race at the European Track Championships.
http://ift.tt/2evdvop

Prayer

Prayer
Selected by Matthew Zapruder.
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England beat West Indies to win series

England beat West Indies to win series
England put in a dominant display to win the fifth one-day international against West Indies by five wickets and take the series 3-2.
http://ift.tt/2e2gjKi

Newcastle have learned lessons - Pardew

Newcastle have learned lessons - Pardew
Former Newcastle boss Alan Pardew tells the BBC's Premier League Show the direction the club took during his time in charge "was wrong".
http://ift.tt/2dokEcx

Hull 'agree' £130m sale to consortium

Hull 'agree' £130m sale to consortium
The sale of Hull City moves a step closer as a document appears to show an agreement, valued at £130m, with a consortium.
http://ift.tt/2e2egWE

Celtic 0-2 Bor Monchengladbach

Celtic 0-2 Bor Monchengladbach
Two second-half mistakes from Kolo Toure help Borussia Monchengladbach take all three points from Celtic Park.
http://ift.tt/2eH6oNf

Scotland call up 13-year-old Dembele

Scotland call up 13-year-old Dembele
Celtic's 13-year-old playmaker Karamoko Dembele is named in Scotland's Under-16s Victory Shield squad.
http://ift.tt/2e23JdR

Wednesday's EFL Championship action

Wednesday's EFL Championship action
Follow 5 live Final Score and text commentary of updates from tonight's two Championship matches: Cardiff v Sheffield Wednesday and Preston v Huddersfield.
http://ift.tt/2eGCPeN

British Cycling seeks performance chief

British Cycling seeks performance chief
British Cycling is searching for a new performance director following the departure of technical director Shane Sutton.
http://ift.tt/2eiZA61

Russian minister linked to doping promoted

Russian minister linked to doping promoted
Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko is promoted despite allegations of state-sponsored doping during his time in office.
http://ift.tt/2eGF7KU

Celtic v Borussia Monchengladbach

Celtic v Borussia Monchengladbach
Live text as Celtic aim to inflict a third Champions League group defeat on injury-hit visitors Borussia Monchengladbach.
http://ift.tt/2el8sWO

Champions League build-up

Champions League build-up
Live radio, text and Final Score commentary, plus live scores, images and social media debate from tonight's Champions League action.
http://ift.tt/2dAtL8s

Ex-Leeds goalkeeper Sprake dies aged 71

Ex-Leeds goalkeeper Sprake dies aged 71
Former Leeds United, Birmingham City and Wales goalkeeper Gary Sprake dies at the age of 71.
http://ift.tt/2ekZr02

Marshman - UFC's proud first Welshman

Marshman - UFC's proud first Welshman
Jack Marshman served with the Parachute Regiment in Afghanistan - now he is embarking on a professional career in UFC.
http://ift.tt/2dnHIIB

'No trust' led to Mercedes exit - Brawn

'No trust' led to Mercedes exit - Brawn
Ross Brawn says a lack of trust with Mercedes bosses Toto Wolff and Niki Lauda led to his departure from the team in 2013.
http://ift.tt/2e1w7wV

Barcelona v Manchester City

Barcelona v Manchester City
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Barcelona and Manchester City.
http://ift.tt/2e0dDwo

Celtic fan, 5, calls club to apologise

Celtic fan, 5, calls club to apologise
A five-year-old Celtic fan rings the club to apologise for missing a game after it clashed with a friend's birthday party.
http://ift.tt/2dny8Fq

Kyrgios to play in NBA All-Star Game

Kyrgios to play in NBA All-Star Game
Nick Kyrgios pulls out of February's Rotterdam Open in order to play in basketball's NBA All-Star Game in the United States.
http://ift.tt/2ekA1nV

I want to win title for Towell - Evans

I want to win title for Towell - Evans
Boxer Dale Evans says "nothing would make me happier" than winning the British title as a tribute to Mike Towell, who died after their fight this month.
http://ift.tt/2dquPbN

Joshua to fight regardless of Klitschko

Joshua to fight regardless of Klitschko
Anthony Joshua will defend his IBF heavyweight title on 10 December, whether or not it is against Wladimir Klitschko, says promoter Eddie Hearn.
http://ift.tt/2dOgebk

Rotherham sack manager Stubbs

Rotherham sack manager Stubbs
Championship strugglers Rotherham United sack manager Alan Stubbs after less than five months in the job.
http://ift.tt/2e7Ktzr

McCullum had 'moral obligation' to testify

McCullum had 'moral obligation' to testify
Retired New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum says he had a "moral obligation" to testify in court against former team-mate Chris Cairns.
http://ift.tt/2etKXeO

Doping suspension for Norwegian skier

Doping suspension for Norwegian skier
Norway's three-time Olympic cross-country skiing medallist Therese Johaug gets a provisional two-month ban after her positive doping test.
http://ift.tt/2e15SX9

Konta & Kuznetsova in WTA Finals race

Konta & Kuznetsova in WTA Finals race
Svetlana Kuznetsova is the last player challenging Johanna Konta for a WTA Finals place as Carla Suarez Navarro is injured.
http://ift.tt/2egN6Nr

Munster match versus Glasgow goes ahead

Munster match versus Glasgow goes ahead
Munster's European game against Glasgow Warriors will be played on Saturday despite Anthony Foley's sudden death.
http://ift.tt/2es4xH0

Japan disaster site may host 2020 sport

Japan disaster site may host 2020 sport
Some Tokyo 2020 Olympic events could be held in part of Japan hit by the 2011 Fukushima earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster.
http://ift.tt/2dn6ngk

Fenerbahce plane makes emergency landing

Fenerbahce plane makes emergency landing
Fenerbahce's team plane is forced to make an emergency landing on its way to the UK for Thursday's Europa League game against Manchester United.
http://ift.tt/2e5CIra

Durham rescue package agreed by council

Durham rescue package agreed by council
Durham have a financial rescue package "unanimously agreed" by Durham County Council.
http://ift.tt/2dNPckb

England debut would be magical - Ward

England debut would be magical - Ward
Leeds Rhinos forward Stevie Ward relishes the opportunity of an England debut after an injury-hit 12 months and dealing with depression.
http://ift.tt/2dmUo2e

Manchester Olympic blaggers 'meant no harm'

Manchester Olympic blaggers 'meant no harm'
Two men who blagged their way onto an Olympic parade float in Manchester claiming they were fencing gold medallists say they meant no harm.
http://ift.tt/2dq8pYf

Anderson to miss first Test in India

Anderson to miss first Test in India
England's leading wicket-taker James Anderson will miss the first Test in India next month as he continues his recovery from a shoulder injury.
http://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/37702749

Dons may need to cheat more - Robinson

Dons may need to cheat more - Robinson
Karl Robinson says his MK Dons side may have to "cheat a little bit more" to win football matches.
http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/37702046

The Anti-Helicopter Parent’s Plea: Let Kids Play!

The Anti-Helicopter Parent’s Plea: Let Kids Play!
A Silicon Valley dad decided to test his theories about parenting by turning his yard into a playground where children can take physical risks without supervision. Not all of his neighbors were thrilled.
http://ift.tt/2egmOuK

Should You Tell a Man’s Fiancée That He Faked His Degrees?

Should You Tell a Man’s Fiancée That He Faked His Degrees?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on when to share information someone may not want to hear, whether you’re obliged to report a predatory professor and whether you can cast a vote for a relative with dementia.
http://ift.tt/2eQE2zj

Abbi Jacobson Didn’t Expect Hillary Clinton to Come on Her Show

Abbi Jacobson Didn’t Expect Hillary Clinton to Come on Her Show
The actress on working with her best friend, imagining what famous people carry in their bags and why she wouldn’t have wanted any other presidential candidate on ‘Broad City.’
http://ift.tt/2ekqWYz

A Snack Tray to Gather the Family Around

A Snack Tray to Gather the Family Around
Celery toasts and other simple bites provide occasions to linger together.
http://ift.tt/2eQDPMH

'Teams should fear us at Celtic Park'

'Teams should fear us at Celtic Park'
Celtic defender Erik Sviatchenko says teams should be "frightened" about playing at Celtic Park.
http://ift.tt/2e5cSDU

Mixed results make Ranieri 'very angry'

Mixed results make Ranieri 'very angry'
Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri says he is "very angry" his team cannot replicate their Champions League form in the Premier League.
http://ift.tt/2dzvhrt

Grand Final rematch for Magic Weekend

Grand Final rematch for Magic Weekend
This year's two Grand Final teams, Wigan and Warrington, will face one another at Super League's 2017 Magic Weekend.
http://ift.tt/2eEF5TE

'No better time for openly gay players'

'No better time for openly gay players'
Former Premier League striker Chris Sutton says there has not been a better time for a top footballer to come out as openly gay.
http://ift.tt/2e6SJQf

Second swimmer dies after Hong Kong race

Second swimmer dies after Hong Kong race
A 59-year-old woman dies after taking part in the Hong Kong Harbour Race, following the death of a man during the event on Sunday.
http://ift.tt/2ePUxM9

Sportsday - sports news and gossip

Sportsday - sports news and gossip
Latest sports news and gossip, Champions League reaction and build-up, the best of social media and debate.
http://ift.tt/2e4YImf

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Keeping it weird: USGP has found a home

Keeping it weird: USGP has found a home
Formula 1 in the USA has finally found what feels like it could a permanent home at weird but wonderful Austin.
http://ift.tt/2ejeQyK

'England should pick Hameed not Duckett'

'England should pick Hameed not Duckett'
England should be thinking about their tour of India and next winter's Ashes when they decide who opens against Bangladesh, says Jonathan Agnew.
http://ift.tt/2eDZ5FY